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What happens when bus drivers have to slam on the breaks?
As all bus operators know, it takes much longer to stop a heavy vehicle than it does to stop a light one. Read More »
Patients before profits doorknocking
If you live on the Northern Beaches and are concerned that the new hospital will be built and run by a private corporation – then join nurses and midwives to door knock in Manly on Saturday 21 March. Read More »
Thousands march for our rights
On March 4, thousands of union and community members marched for our rights all across NSW – in Sydney, Lismore, Taree, Maitland, Broken Hill and Newcastle. Read More »
SPAD reduction – don’t believe everything you read
Despite what Sydney Trains has claimed in its bulletins, the Loco Division does not support its new SPAD reduction initiative. Read More »
Big brother could be watching
The Loco Division has recently received reports that Sydney Trains may have started real time CCTV surveillance of various platforms across the network in an apparent attempt to “ascertain the cause of delays”. Read More »
PN stands down workers
Pacific National is attempting to stand down coal and bulk employees without pay while pre-planned track work is undertaken. Read More »
Your chance to have your say
The RTBU member survey is now online! This is your chance to let us know what you think and the direction you want to see us take into the future. Follow the link to take part! Read More »
Government must immediately rebuild Newcastle rail line
The RTBU is calling on the NSW government to act on the recommendations of the parliamentary inquiry into planning in Newcastle and immediately rebuild the Newcastle rail line. Read More »
Micro management mania – few seconds late? Watch out
Have you ever felt like you’re being micro-managed at work? You’re not alone. Read More »
Genesee & Wyoming takes over Freightliner
Global company Genesee & Wyoming has acquired approximately 95% of the shares of Freightliner. Read More »